Gooey Toffee Butter Cake Recipe

Name: Gooey Toffee Butter Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Cake; 1 (18 1/4 ounce) box yellow cake mix; 1 large egg; 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted; Filling; 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened; 2 large eggs; 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract; 1 (16 ounce) box confectioners' sugar; 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted; 1 cup almond toffee bits or 1 cup chocolate-covered toffee bits

Servings: persons

Cake
1 (18 1/4 ounce) box yellow cake mix
1 large egg
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Filling
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 (16 ounce) box confectioners' sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 cup almond toffee bits or 1 cup chocolate-covered toffee bits

1
Preheat the oven to 350u00b0F; lightly grease a 13 by 9 by-2-inch baking pan.
2
For the cake: In the bowl of an electric mixer, combine the cake mix, egg, and butter and mix well; pat into the bottom of prepared pan and set aside.
3
For the filling: Still using an electric mixer, beat the cream cheese until smooth; beat in the eggs and vanilla; dump in confectioners' sugar and beat well.
4
Reduce the speed and slowly pour in butter, mix well; Fold in toffee bits.
5
Pour filling onto cake mixture and spread evenly; bake for 40 to 50 minutes; Don't be afraid to make a judgment call on the cooking time, because oven temperatures can vary; you want the center to be a little GOOEY, so don't bake it past that point!
6
Remove from oven and allow to cool completely, cut into squares--Enjoy.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Cake, 1 (18 1/4 ounce) box yellow cake mix, 1 large egg, 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted, and more.

Yes, Gooey Toffee Butter Cake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Gooey Toffee Butter Cake

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Variations & substitutions

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